Legal & Business Assistant at Wasserman

Mechelen, Flanders, Belgium -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal support, Administrative support, Contract management, Commercial processes, International taxation, Athlete management, Communication, Organizational skills, Detail-oriented, Tax law, Social legislation, Insurance, Banking and finance, Document follow-up, Stakeholder management

Industry

Professional Services

Description

THE·TEAM operates at the epicenter of sports, music, entertainment and culture, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. THE·TEAM works with iconic sports and media figures across the world in every major sport, utilizing our extensive influence to maximize negotiations and create meaningful opportunities for our clients across teams, leagues, brands, content and live events. Headquartered in Los Angeles, THE·TEAM's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit THE.TEAM. Role As a Legal & Business Assistant, you support both the Senior Legal Counsel and the Rider Agents, playing a central role in coordinating contractual, administrative, and commercial processes within THE•TEAM’s Cycling Division. You will be involved in complex, international dossiers and will also have direct contact with riders, always in a supporting and coordinating capacity. You will work under the guidance of the Senior Legal Counsel and gain first-hand insight into how athlete management and contractual processes are developed and managed at the highest level. This is primarily a support role requiring a strong focus on structure, accuracy, and reliability. Key Responsibilities Provide legal and administrative support across multiple dossiers and agents Prepare and structure contractual and commercial processes Coordinate communication between agents, riders, and external partners Monitor deadlines, agreements, and follow-ups across various dossiers Support clients (income analysis, document follow-up, providing explanations) Act as a liaison with external advisors (tax advisors, accountants, banks, insurers) Assist with international mobility matters (domicile, visas, relocations, administrative formalities) Manage and follow up on insurance dossiers and financial structures Support commercial and contractual agreements in collaboration with Rider Agents Assist in reviewing and preparing contract templates Profile Master’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Applied Economics, or similar. Preferably with a specialization in tax or social law Knowledge of international taxation for athletes, personal income tax, corporate tax, and/or payroll administration is a plus Knowledge of (sports) insurance or banking and finance is a plus Knowledge of social legislation and athlete status is a plus Strong organizational skills, able to manage multiple dossiers and stakeholders simultaneously Comfortable in a supporting role and working behind the scenes Strong communication skills, able to interact with senior stakeholders Discreet, reliable, and detail-oriented Language skills: Dutch, French, and English; additional languages are a plus Affinity with cycling and/or sports management is a strong asset Hands-on mentality, able to work independently and flexibly What We Offer A challenging (entry-level) role within a high-performance, international environment Close collaboration with the Senior Legal Counsel and experienced Rider Agents Broad exposure to contractual and commercial aspects of athlete management Competitive salary and development opportunities A unique opportunity to contribute to managing athletes at an international level THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. THE·TEAM is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us. 20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand services and geographies across the exciting and extraordinary worlds of sports, music, entertainment and culture. We are committed to making a meaningful difference and driving real change when it comes to diversity equity and inclusion — not only among our employees, but in how we serve clients and push the industry at large. If this sounds like a place you’d like to work, let’s talk! THE·TEAM is a global leader in sports, music and entertainment. Founded in 2002, THE·TEAM represents many of the world’s most iconic sports and entertainment figures, musical artists, brands and properties, empowering them to shape culture and captivate audiences worldwide.

Responsibilities

The Legal & Business Assistant provides legal and administrative support for the Cycling Division, coordinating contractual and commercial processes. They act as a liaison between agents, riders, and external partners while monitoring deadlines and financial structures.